Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 7 Speed 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
499$
Weight | 14.97 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Lightweight Steel frame, rear carrier & down tube braze-ons
Suspension Fork
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. custom steel; front carrier braze-ons
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 7-Speed
Shift Levers
7-Speed Twist-Shifter
Crank
3-piece alloy with replaceable chain ring & integrated chain guard
Bottom Bracket
Square-taper BSA English threaded-cartridge bottom bracket with sealed bearings
Chain
KMC Heavy Duty
Pedals
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Alloy City Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H
Rear Hub
Sealed-Bearing Alloy 32H
Rims
Double-Walled Alloy, 32H with CNC Machined Brake Surface
Spokes
14G stainless steel
Tires
M - Puncture resistant 26 x 1 3/8” Tires, L - Puncture resistant 700x35 Tires
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Dual-Pivot Caliper with Tektro Alloy Hand Lever
Cockpit
Handlebar
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom relaxed ride alloy handlebars & 180mm alloy stem
Grips
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Custom Vegan Leather Comfort Grips
Headset
1” Threaded Alloy, Semi-sealed with weather-seal ring
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Vegan Leather Comfort Saddle
Seatpost
Alloy with integrated seat clamp and micro-adjust
About this model
Franklin 7 Speed completes the Brooklynbicycleco Franklin model. Brooklyn Bicycle Co. released 8 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Brooklynbicycleco Franklin bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 7 Speed 2020 has a starting price of 499$. Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 3 Speed 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 499$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Commuter bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Commuter bike is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 52.71% smaller than the price of the average Commuter bike.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
Commuter bikes weigh an average of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 14.97 kg (33 lbs), the Franklin 7 Speed model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 4.76% heavier than the average Commuter bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 7 Speed 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Franklin 7 Speed has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Brooklyn Bicycle Co. Franklin 7 Speed 2020 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.